(Mammoplasty)

WHAT IT IS?As the name suggests, the procedure reduces the overall size of the breasts and can also correct asymmetry, where one breast is larger than

if they are mis-aligned.

WHY IS IT POPULAR AND WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?The size of your breasts is determined by a number of factors, such as your genes, hormones, and body weight. For many women overly large breasts are, quite literally, a burden. They can cause not only self-consciousness

like backache and neck strain. Bra straps can dig in and rashes can develop

a natural result of the ageing process and/or pregnancy and weight loss.

WHAT DOES THE PROCEDURE INVOLVE?

cases will involve an overnight stay in hospital. There are a number of surgical techniques which can be used, depending on the individual. Your

WHAT ARE THE RISKS AND LIKELY AFTER-EFFECTS?

body and there are risks associated with any procedure. Each woman’s

If you smoke, drink alcohol, are overweight and/or take drugs for medical

(blood clots).

somewhat.

remain permanently.

Before

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PERIOD OF REFLECTION

your surgeon, you allow a period of at least fourteen days before making a decision.

Scarring is an unavoidable consequence of this procedure, and will vary in appearance and severity, depending on the extent of surgery and on your body type. The nipple disc and the area underneath the breast are

fade over a period of months and, whilst permanent, should not be visible under the average bra or bikini top. Most women consider scarring to be

(See minimal Scar Techniques)

WHAT WILL HAPPEN AFTER THE OPERATION?Post-Op

to check that all is well. You will probably stay in hospital for a day or two to ensure you receive all the care and support you need. If you have drainage

Week 1-2

mobility will help speed up the healing process. You should NOT, however,

be able to bathe and shower fully as usual, using unscented products. You should also be able to drive again.

Week 6-10You can expect much of the swelling and discomfort to have eased by now, and you should be able to start gentle exercise again. Your surgeon

care not to expose any scars to the sun.

1.

2. General risks of Surgery and Anaesthesia such as blood clots,

bruising, bleeding and haematoma, seroma, problems in the

3. It has been emphasised

opinion. Hence, while a probable expected result has been advised, this is in no way a guarantee of a good result.

4. Scars:

prominent. It normally takes 12-24 months for scars to fade away completely.

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apparent.

6. Numbness:

7.

8. General Asymmetry: Every human body is asymmetrical

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LINIA MINIMAL SCAR TECHNIQUES

Involves small scars around half the nipple only.

Circumareolar Mastopexy

scars are made.

Involves moving and suspending the whole breast through a small incision around the nipple.

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